BIQUELE BAY (IMO 9139751)
BIQUELE BAY is a Landing Craft built in 1995 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,446 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,064. This vessel is configured for specialized landing craft operations. BIQUELE BAY is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and Australia and New Zealand regions. It has operated under three former names and three former flags throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 23 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 28 February 2014.
- Type: Landing Craft
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 503404000
- Call sign: VJD3640
- Gross tonnage: 1064
- Deadweight: 1446 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 19/05/2008, Darwin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/02/2014
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ARGO MARINE LTD (Malta)
- Last AIS position: 9°28.7′S · 147°8.6′E · received 13 April 2026 at 23:24 UTC
- Destination: Port Moresby (PG POM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BIQUELE BAY?
BIQUELE BAY is a Landing Craft. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BIQUELE BAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,446 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,064.
Which classification society manages BIQUELE BAY?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BIQUELE BAY been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has BIQUELE BAY undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 23 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 28 February 2014.
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